Rising 1 Hûs by Yusuke Tanaka is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award yn Izer in Arsjitektuer, Gebou en Struktuerûntwerp Competition Category.

IzerArsjitektuer· 2026

Rising 1 Hûs

by Yusuke Tanaka

Client: Be RIS1NG Architects

A' Design Award yn Izer Winner in Arsjitektuer Category

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The Design

About Rising 1 Hûs

Rising 1 is in houten hûs fan twa ferdjippingen, boud yn Tottori, Japan. De bûtenkant wurdt ienheid jûn troch tegels yn ien kleur, dy't it gebou in ienfâldige en rêstige útstrieling jouwe. Der binne mar in pear finsters dy't nei bûten ta rjochte binne, sadat in heech nivo fan privacy behâlden bliuwt. De keamers binne yn in trochrinnende rûnte om in sintrale binnentún hinne pleatst. Fan it wen-, yt- en kôkgebiet ôf binne alle keamers oer de binnentún hinne te sjen. In romte mei dûbele hichte en hege finsters bringe sêft deiljocht yn it ynterieur. De oerflakte fan it perseel is 305 kante meter en de oerflakte fan it gebou is 145 kante meter.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Izer

Rising 1 Hûs is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Izer, in prestisjeuze erkenning foar goede ûntwerpen dy't foldogge oan de profesjonele en yndustriële easken dy't ferwachte wurde fan goed ûntwurpen skeppings. Izerwinners litte grutte feardigens, hege spesjalisaasje, deskundich begryp en kreatyf fermogen fan har makkers sjen. Fan Rising 1 Hûs wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierbere skepping is dy't praktysk en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Izer yntegrearret de bêste praktiken fan de sektor en hat feardige technyske skaaimerken ferbûn mei kennis en talint. Rising 1 Hûs wurdt respektearre foar syn yngeandens en is ûntwurpen om ferbetteringen fan de kwaliteit fan it libben te leverjen dy't helpe de wrâld ta in bettere plak te meitsjen.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This residence is unified with a single-color tile exterior, creating a simple and calm presence.
The consistent material texture brings tranquility to the building and allows it to blend gently with its surroundings.
With very few windows, the design ensures a high level of privacy, while the courtyard provides a rich and reassuring space.
Simple in form, the house achieves a strong presence through its materials and proportions.
Dimensions & Packaging: Land area 305 square meters
Building area 145 square meters
Tags: House, Architecture, Architects, Building, Japan
Production Technology: Two-story wooden building
Design Challenge: In Japan, where rainfall is frequent drainage systems are typically required however to avoid compromising the architectural design, this project incorporates a carefully considered roof form that disperses rainwater. This approach ensures functional performance while preserving the visual integrity of the building.
Research: This residence employs a restrained lighting strategy in which ceiling fixtures are minimized except in areas requiring higher levels of illumination such as the kitchen with indirect and accent lighting used to establish a calm and restful atmosphere. By lowering the ceiling heights of the private rooms a clear distinction is established from the double-height living space enabling a diversity of spatial scales to be experienced within a single dwelling.
Inspiration: To ensure privacy the house is designed in a courtyard layout forming a continuous loop around the central garden.
From the living dining and kitchen area all rooms can be seen across the courtyard through the windows
allowing the presence of family members to be felt at all times.
Organized around the courtyard the spaces are gently connected creating a home that respects a sense of closeness
while allowing each person to spend time comfortably.
Project Duration: Built in Tottori, Japan in 2025
Operation Flow: The LDK limits the number of windows facing the exterior, and a tall double-height space is introduced to secure natural light. Windows are positioned at a higher level to bring soft daylight into the interior while maintaining privacy creating a bright and open living environment.
Image Credits: Photographer Senichiro Nogami